Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX vs Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX

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Shimano Torium, 16HGAL, HG-A L, left hand, Multiplier Reel, Star Drag, TOR16HGAL
Shimano Torium
Multireels
64.80 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classGood
Durability8.56 out of 10
Ergonomics5.8 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight600g / 21.16oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3 S-ARB + 1RB

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelMultireels
  • Price range~ €168.60
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size16HGAL
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeStar drag
  • Handle orientationLeft
  • Line capacity monofil-
Shimano 20 Stella, 5000 XG, SWC, left and right hand, Salzwasser Angelrolle, Front Drag, STLSW5000XGC
Shimano 20 Stella
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money3.5 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics4 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:1
Maximum drag13kg / 28.66lbs
Weight410g / 14.46oz
Line retireve per crank105 centimeter / 41.34 inch
Ball bearings13

Technical Specifications

  • BrandSHIMANO
  • The main category of the reelSpinning
  • Price range~ €733.33
  • Is saltwater resistantYes
  • Spare spoolNo
  • Reel size5000 XG
  • Handle typeSingle handle
  • Drag typeFront drag
  • Handle orientationLeft, Right
  • Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.33/200

Conclusion

Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX clearly outshines Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX, offering significantly better performance in line retrieve per crank (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch) and gear ratio (6.2:1). While Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano Torium and Shimano 20 Stella?

Shimano Torium 16HGAL / Left-handedX

  • Scoring 8 out of 10 (600g / 21,16oz), this reel is impressively light for a multireel
  • With premium bearings scoring 5 out of 10 (3 S-ARB + 1RB), this reel delivers buttery smooth operation even with load

Shimano 20 Stella 5000 XGX

  • A fast gear ratio of 10 out of 10 (6.2:1), means the reel is built for speed and it's perfect for active retrieves, and quick follow ups
  • A high retrieve rate of 10 out of 10 (105 centimeter / 41.34 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly